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Acts 27:26 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Acts 27:26 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Acts chapter 27 verse 26 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Howbeit we must be cast upon a certain island.”
Acts 27:26 (KJV)
Commentary on Acts 27:26
Howbeit we must be cast upon a certain island—The divine 'must' (δεῖ) reappears, confirming God's specific plan includes shipwreck on Malta (revealed in v. 28:1). This precision validates Paul's prophetic word: not vague hope but detailed foreknowledge. The Greek ekpesein (be cast upon) suggests violent landing, yet within God's sovereignty. Divine purpose doesn't eliminate hardship but directs it toward redemptive ends. The 'certain island' (unnamed here) shows God's plan contains specifics unknown to Paul but fully known to God.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Acts 27:26
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“then they{NU reads we} learned that the island was called Malta.”
“they used cables to help reinforce the ship. Fearing that they would run aground on the Syrtis sand bars”
“they let go four anchors from the stern”